What’s New in iOS 26.4 Beta 1: Full Overview

Apple has released iOS 26.4 beta 1 for developers, introducing numerous enhancements and features for iPhone users. This update, identified by build number 23E5207q, is available for testing and will soon extend to a public beta.

Key Features in iOS 26.4 Beta 1

Messages

The update introduces support for encrypted RCS messaging. Currently, this feature enables RCS testing for iPhone-to-iPhone communication.

Apple Podcasts

Significant upgrades to the Apple Podcasts app include “advanced video podcast capabilities.” Users can now switch smoothly between video and audio versions. This improvement, powered by Apple’s HLS technology, adjusts quality automatically according to network conditions. Additionally, dynamic video ads are now supported.

Apple Music Enhancements

• New full-screen artwork for select albums and playlists enhances the visual experience.
• Users can discover concerts and tour dates for their favorite artists.
• The “Profile” section has been redesigned for more straightforward navigation across Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and Apple TV.
• A new AI feature, named Playlist Playground, lets users create playlists based on prompts or descriptions.

Wallpaper Gallery

The Wallpaper Gallery has been revamped, featuring a cleaner interface and improved responsiveness. This redesign mirrors recent updates seen in the Apple Watch face gallery.

Reminders App Improvements

iOS 26.4 adds a Smart List for urgent tasks, enhancing functionality introduced in a previous update. Designating a task as “urgent” will trigger an alarm for reminders.

New Home Screen Widget

A fresh Home Screen widget provides easy access to ambient music playlists in Apple Music, improving overall user experience.

Stolen Device Protection

This beta version activates Stolen Device Protection by default. This feature requires biometric authentication outside of trusted environments, enhancing device security.

App Store Changes

The App Store’s search bar has been repositioned to the top of the search tab, integrating better into the navigation bar for streamlined use.

Additional Updates

• New Shortcuts action to set iPhone charge limits.
• Weather app enhancements to add or remove locations.
• iPadOS 26.4 includes the compact tab bar in Safari.
• A new icon for Freeform and an updated splash screen for Apple Creator Studio.

Stay tuned for further updates as new features in iOS 26.4 beta 1 are discovered. Visit Filmogaz.com for the latest news and in-depth analyses on iOS developments.